Category 3 Exposed Rotating Parts Prohibition
Verified from official sources14 CFR § 107.130Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026
In plain language
The drone must not have exposed spinning parts (like unprotected propellers) that could cut human skin if it hits someone.
Requirement as structured
A small unmanned aircraft eligible for Category 3 operations must not contain any exposed rotating parts that would lacerate human skin upon impact.
Original regulatory text
Does not contain any exposed rotating parts that would lacerate human skin upon impact with a human being
Applies when
- country
- United States
- regulatory category
- Specific